| Wat Phra That Doi Kong Mu
located at the hilltop dominates the provincial city. Constructed by Phaya Singhanatracha,
the first King of Mae Hong Son, the hilltop temple affords a wonderful view of the city and surrounding mountains and
valleys.
Wat
Hua Wiang contains the image of Phra Chao Pha Ra La Khaeng, a replica of one in Myanmar.
Wat Chong Klang, Wat Chong Khum
houses glass, paintings and woodcarvings brought from Myanmar some 100 years ago.
Wat Phra Non contains a huge
Burmese-style Reclining Buddha image some 12 metres long. The temple also houses ashes of Mae Hong Son Kings. Two massive
stone lions guard the temple staircase.
Wat Kam Ko
Another name of this wat is Wat Dok Bun Nag. It is shady and
pleasant, having scriptures written in the ancient local dialect, describing the history of Thai Yai people.
Pha Bong Dam about 12 kilometers outside
Mae Hong Son, has been constructed across the Mae Ra Mat River for generating electrical power. Nearby is the Pha Bong
Spring.
Pong Daeng Royal Residence
is located within the Pong Daeng culture. Architecture, costumes and the character of
the hill tribes here are different from other hill tribes in Thailand. The attraction of this village is its hilltop
location with beautiful view. Visitors can easily go to the village as it is only about 32 kilometers from the district.
Ban Nam
Phiang Din is a destination in Tambon Pha Bong reached by a 2-hour motor boat trip or
1-day rafting along Pai River vai Ban Huai Dua, a scenic route with marvelous terraced cataracts. Not too far beyond Ban
Nam Phiang Din, within Myanmar territory, lies another well frequented tourist destination known as Pha Hom Nam.
Pha Sua Waterfall is located in the
Forest Park of the same name. At Km.18, a loose-surface road branches off to take you about 10 kilometers to the park. The
7-level cataract is huge and picturesque. The best time to visit the falls is between early August and late September.
About 35 kilometers further up the track to Pha Sua Waterfall lies Pang Tong Palace
and a peaceful Meo tribal village near the border of Thailand
and Myanmar.
Tham Pla Forest Park is situated
at Ban Huai Pha, 17 kms. from Mae Hong Son township on Highway No.1095 to Amphoe Pai. The area is dotted with reservoirs
stocked with many fish and the surroundings are naturally beautiful.
Tham Lot Forest Park some 60
kilometers from Mae Hong Son town, a loose-surface road to the left runs a further 8 kilometers. It is a place where
antiques and pre-historic remains have been found. This huge cave is beautifully decorated with colourful stalagmites and
stalactites.
Lisu Tribal Village Pang Paek
is another tribal village worth visiting, located some 30 kilometers before Amphoe Pai. Normally this section of Pai River
is best enjoyed from a long-tailed motor boat, which takes only 2-3 hours return trip. An alternative is to trek on
elephant back as the scenery on both sides is fascinating and beautiful. For boat cruising, accommodation and trekking,
contact major hotels and resorts or travel agents in Mae Hong Son. |